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The Ludlow Hotel, New York

180 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, USA (show on map)

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“The Ludlow is in the heart of the Lower East Side, one of the city’s most desirable areas for the hip and youthful set. The hotel wins high marks for its neighborhood feel and is a smart choice for travelers looking for an authentic sense of place away from the crowds.”

Telegraph review:

“One of New York’s best-loved boutique hotels, in the Lower East Side, with a heavy glug of 1970s cool thrown in for good measure. Rooms are comfy and there’s a fun American take on a French bistro, Dirty French, which is popular with locals.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of The Ludlow Hotel, New York. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.5 out of 5.0

Ranked 15th in New York

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All you need to know

Located at 180 Ludlow Street on the Lower East Side of New York, this four-star hotel offers the best in hospitality services and amenities. The hotel offers quality services while the rooms are fitted with modern state-of-the-art facilities.

The hotel offers stylish and luxurious living conditions for tourists and travelers in the city. The excellent Ludlow Hotel provides stunning and spectacular views of the city skyscrapers and bridges while its proximity to city landmarks and places of interest makes it a favorite for tourists in the city.

The hotel rooms are well-furnished with modern décor and decorations while hardwood floors and handmade silks are also featured in the rooms. The Ludlow Hotel provides accommodation options such as Ludlow Double, Mini Studio, Skybox Loft, King Studio and Double Room. Some rooms come with a private terrace such as Queen Studio with terrace and Loft King with Terrace.

The hotel is 450 m away from the popular Lower East Side Tenement Museum while ABC Playground is just 100 m away from the hotel. Iconic places such as Times Square and Statue of Liberty are 4 km and 6 km respectively away from the hotel.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning and a comfy sofa. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries, deluxe rain showers, and bathroom slippers.

 

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Recent guest reviews

5.0
Melissa

20 October 2025

Made a whirlwind 24 hours feel way more comfortable!

Beautifully appointed, super comfortable, amazing views, quiet and amazing location.

4.0
Deirdre

20 October 2025

Great location, really relaxed welcoming hotel with great public area, very comfortable bed, lovely room with great view

Very nice bar and restaurant areas. Very relaxed welcoming vibe. Incredibly comfortable bed.

Bathroom space very tight. Little storage space

4.5
Georgia-may

20 October 2025

A must stay

Stunning rooms and views. Bathroom was phenomenal, would go back just for that. Comfy bed but location wise was abit out of the hustle and bustle if that is what you want in NYC.

4.5
Laura

15 October 2025

Our favorite hotel in nyc.

Great Lobby. Great staff. High quality furnishings, linens, and toiletries.

Not much. I really like it. Rooms are small but I don't mind. They are elk thought out and nice.

4.0
Diarmuid

14 October 2025

Lovely hotel. Relaxing, welcoming, great location. A “home from home”. We have stayed before and will stay again. A supe

Lovely communal space, lovely rooms

Limited bar/ lounge opening hours at night

5.0
Fiona

9 October 2025

Exceptional

We were getting civilly married in Manhattan and chose the Ludlow for its location, in walking distance to City Hall and close to some of the best parts of the LES. The facilities were fantastic and the service impeccable: They upgraded our High Floor Queen to a Skybox Loft and gifted us a bottle of prosecco. The rooftop is also stunning - we were able to take photos up there after our City Hall appointment. We ordered room service twice and the food was delicious. I would definitely go to the restaurant next time. Katz's and Russ & Daughters are on the corner - perfect for breakfast!

Literally had a perfect stay. No notes.

4.0
Sam

7 October 2025

Good hotel nicely placed, very decent food and we would go back but would make sure to get a larger

The staff in reception were very welcome and accommodating. We were staying for 4 nights and found our first room was too small and asked to change to larger one for an extra charge of course. Rooms in NY aren’t that big but although the Ludlow is beautifully designed we felt the standard room to be way too small. Not really much room to unpack so we didn’t bother. Breakfast was good. We both like different things to eat so it’s important to have the variation. We found most of the staff to be very cheerful.

There were one or two of the staff in the restaurant that we felt were a little on the sullen side but it’s possible they stood out by comparison to the ones who cheerful.

5.0
Danielle

3 October 2025

Exceptional

Ambience

Some very interesting types outside and especially in the evening which made going in and out of the hotel a bit sketchy

4.5
Kavita

30 September 2025

Great for family of four

The front desk staff are very friendly and helpful. The double room--two separate rooms with a hallway in between, with the bathroom located in the hallway--was perfect for our family of four. The only issue with the room is that you walk right into the tight queen bedroom, but the king room is quite spacious with a sitting area. We will definitely stay here again.

5.0
Elizaveta

29 September 2025

Exceptional

Everything was superb. The room with the bathroom exceeded my expectations! The staff was very helpful. I loved that they provide free bath salts and bath bubbles.

4.0
Johanna

29 September 2025

Very good

Very stylish decor Cool spot

Noisy

4.0
Aline

27 September 2025

I'd come again.

Bed was comfortable. Service was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. I was missing a toothbrush and they happily provided a dental kit.

It would have been nice to have a way to fix tea in the room. I do understand why they didn't (the room was very small), but it meant that I couldn't have a cup of tea when I rose at 5:30 a.m.

5.0
Georgia

9 September 2025

Great location, fave in Manhattan. So accomodating

Stayed for the second time for our wedding and we’re lucky enough to chat to the lady with the amazing blow dry at the front desk who helped us upgrade to the most amazing room I’ve ever stayed in. You truly made our trip and sorry your colleague took the flowers! My favourite Manhattan hotel that I’ll always return to! Nothing is too much to ask, all basic amenities covered and more

5.0
Adriana

6 September 2025

I will stay back if they have different mattress for me like a little firm :-))

Decoration , clean and the balcony w plants , I feel I was at home

The mattress and pillow too soft for me

5.0
Emma

5 September 2025

A fantasticly stylish hotel in a very trendy area

Great location, very stylish rooms

Nothing we loved it

4.5
Claire

4 September 2025

Highly recommended

Perfect location for exploring the Lower East Side. Great shower/bath, ample space, and super comfy bed. Staff were welcoming and polite.

A minor point but the lifts/elevators can take a long time to arrive at your floor. Something to keep in mind if you're in a rush.

5.0
Andreas

2 September 2025

Our third visit to New York City and our third stay at the Ludlow do I need to say more?

Our third visit to New York City and our third stay at the Ludlow do I need to say more? - The Location is a great starting point to explore NYC an feel the vibe of the Lower East Side. - The Staff is exceptional and always make us feel welcome and at home - The whole Hotel and also the Rooms have great design and are not your typical standard hotel flair - Balcony in NYC is always a Win ;)

It has the same NYC Issues that all Hotels in that Region have. Everything is rather small and of course it comes with a price.

4.0
Fiona

1 September 2025

Very good

Gorgeous decor. Delicious food. Helpful staff. Excellent location.

5.0
Magdalena

1 September 2025

Amazing stay !

Great design, very comfortable, we loved everting about our stay!

4.5
Ottavia

18 August 2025

Great stay in the Lower East Side. Would 100% recommend and come again!

Great hotel in the LES perfect for a few days’ stay in the big Apple. We loved how comfy the bed was and the shower was incredible. Amazing views both from the room and from the rooftop.

The room was fairly small. It is pricey but worth it for a special occasion.

5.0
David

13 August 2025

Above expectations, excellent hotel+staff. Brilliant location.

Excellent vibe, outstanding staff.

Nothing.

5.0
Tetiana

12 August 2025

incredibly beautiful and stylish hotel

I stayed at this hotel for my birthday and it was an unforgettable experience! The interior is beautiful, stylish, and thoughtfully designed, and the panoramic view of the city is simply breathtaking. There are so many pleasant little details that make the stay feel special, and the service is truly top-quality. The staff kindly allowed me a late check-out and surprised me with a lovely gift — champagne and sweets — which made my day even more memorable. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for comfort, elegance, and a unique New York experience.

4.0
Christoph

10 August 2025

Very good

We enjoyed the general relaxed atmosphere of the hotel.

The street noise (4th floor) and the noise from the air conditioning were quite noticeable.

5.0
Léonard

8 August 2025

A stay beyond expectation!

Everything was beyond expectation, it should definitely deserve a 10/10 on booking.com. I booked the room for my wife's birthday, and the front desk manager upgraded us to a suite on the 19th floor, with one of the most beautiful views I've ever seen. And a complimentary Prosecco bottle. EVERYTHING was perfect, thoughtful, beautiful, classy. I don't know how I can thank you more. Definitely recommend it!

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4.5
Roubi

28 July 2025

Beautiful setting to a weekend getaway.

The Hotel is beautiful and everyone is extremely nice.

There wasn't anyplace to put my toiletries bag, watch etc. I would minimize the merchandise to give clients more room. Also, a quilt would have been nice. The comforter was too hot.

4.0
Dmitry

27 July 2025

Very good

nicely renovated rooms with fine details, lovely (although not filled with morning light) breakfast

a bit pricey, location is fine but clearly not as central as in would be ideal

4.5
Amy

7 July 2025

Great experience! We would recommend it.

Very charming, great location, very nice bar and lounge area. Beds were comfortable, nice towels, linens and bathrobes.

The bedside tables were too low and small. With the hotel phone on it there wasn’t room for much else.

4.5
Joanne

3 July 2025

Cool and friendly

Very nice vibe and lovely staff. Great communal sitting area.

Couple of things didn’t work in the room but quickly fixed

5.0
Skye

30 June 2025

Chic, Comfortable and Very New York! The Ludlow is a DREAM!

Amazing room with everything you could need. Really comfortable stay and the staff couldn't be anymore helpful. They were keen to help with everything and were super friendly! Made our first time in New York a memorable one!

It was all amazing!

4.0
Josh

28 June 2025

Great hotel overall with nice room fixtures, but beds were uncomfortable.

Great ambiance and friendly staff.

Bed was very uncomfortable and the room had a hard time cooling down.

5.0
Natasha

27 June 2025

Elegantly cool

The staff were exceptional at this hotel. It was my first time visiting New York and wanted to have a better view of the city, so after the first night they moved me to a higher floor which I was very appreciative of. The bed was super comfortable, facilities were really nice, and decor was generally very chic.

5.0
Geoff

25 June 2025

Will definitely return!

Great location as well as easy subway access. The room (sky loft) was excellent, fantastic views of manhattan from every room. Discovering the roof top area was a real bonus and a great surprise. The staff were excellent and very helpful.

Nothing

5.0
Oliver

24 June 2025

The perfect city escape.

The vibe, the people, the energy all perfect. Room was cosy, location was amazingly situated and the bed, could have slept there a lifetime.

Nothing.

5.0
Kristen

19 June 2025

Stayed over a week and we kept referring to the Ludlow as our “apartment” because we felt so at home

Everything about our stay was perfection. The view from the Skybox Loft was incredible, the staff were warm and helpful, the lounge’s fireplace was a cozy refuge after long days spent wandering the city, and the location fit our needs perfectly. We 100% recommend the Ludlow!

Breakfast service at Dirty French was slow, the waiter even seemed irritated that we were there. We had to ask for butter, jam, salt, pepper and ketchup when our breakfast arrived and the drinks (matcha and chai) were not hot. The food tasted good, but was served lukewarm and service was lackluster. When we ordered room service, however, food was warm and delicious.

4.0
Judy

15 June 2025

Good hotel in good location - just book a room with a king bed

Friendly staff with very quick responses to extras for rooms. Close to subways and buses. Bar area well lit and great variety of small dishes and drinks. Would recommend normal rooms rather than spending more on the skyloft rooms - just go up to the roof top for free and great views of the area.

Skyloft room had a double bed and was poorly lit even when we asked for an extra lamp. We stayed one night in our son’s room with a king size bed in lower level - much better

4.5
Shliakhta

12 June 2025

Wonderful ❤️

The atmosphere, the decorations

4.5
Emma

11 June 2025

Fabulous

Beautiful hotel in very cool area. Skyloft and views from terrace really are something to behold.

5.0
Wilson

10 June 2025

The perfect place to stay, location, kind staff, clean rooms and little noise

Queen loft room with tub- was an incredible room, the staff were so hospitable, the rooms were clean, sound was so minimal. You can’t hear any rooms around you and hardly anything outside (apart from sirens which is expected). Location was perfect- explore the streets around here so many cute cafes, bars and boutiques. Wish there was a Ludlow in the other cities I’ve visited as I would stay with them again

5.0
Lucy

6 June 2025

Unforgettable wedding stay

Absolutely loved the Ludlow hotel. We chose to stay here as we were coming to New York to get married. We treated ourself to a sky loft room and wow it was totally worth it! The view was amazing, particularly when the sun come through in the mornings. The location was great, easy to get a bus or the subway or walk.. the location felt much more authentic New York, I would compare to Shoreditch in London. The room was kept clean, room service amazing and every day it was spotless with new fresh towels. The bed was comfy too! There was also a nice bar to hang out in the lobby, which did food and snacks and you could always get a spot there to sit. Finally the reception staff were great, they took my wedding flower delivery in for me and put it in my room and when we asked for a steamer they were straight up with it. I honestly had the best time staying here and can’t wait to come back again.

Nothing!

4.5
Kate

2 June 2025

Brilliant

Beautiful hotel in a great location. One of the most comfortable hotel rooms and beds! Great bathroom exactly like the photos. Staff allowed for early check in which was really appreciated after long overnight flight.

Nothing

5.0
Tracey

31 May 2025

Fantastic stay at The Ludlow

Brilliant location for exploring lower Manhattan and Brooklyn but also easy to get into Mid town, Central Park etc. Staff were very friendly and even though there were lots of people staying it felt so relaxed and we loved chilling out by the fire with drinks. The rooms were so comfortable and had everything you needed. Would love to go back.

4.0
Horst

30 May 2025

Great place to stay when visiting East Village

Clean, good service, nice staff, convenient location

Small rooms, no shelf space

4.5
Amy

30 May 2025

Fabulous

Gorgeous hotel in a perfect location to explore lower Manhattan and Brooklyn. The room was really comfortable and very clean. Staff were pleasant. I didn’t eat at the restaurant but it looked nice.

Room service was outrageously expensive. I would think that if they reduced the price somewhat or didn’t charge both a delivery fee and 20% tip, more people would probably order. I certainly would have.

5.0
Tomer

28 May 2025

Exceptional

Staff was super friendly and helpful. The hotel is very chic and has a cool atmosphere.

It's a bit expensive, and also the neighborhood around, while vibrant, has way too many locos.

5.0
Phoebe

27 May 2025

Very cool hotel in amazing location

Perfect location on a bustling, very 'cool' street. The staff were incredibly attentive. We arrived very early in the morning and our room wasn't ready. The front desk staff offered us an alternative room for 1 night (which was a downgrade from the Skybox that we had booked) so we could check in there and then and get some sleep. The downgraded room was actually so lovely and had a larger bed than the skybox. In hindsight, we probably would have asked to keep the smaller room as it felt more comfortable. The skybox room was beautiful but the bed wasn't as big so we didn't sleep as well. Loved the hotel bar

We couldn't get the right temperature in our room. It was either far too hot or too cold. The air conditioning was incredibly loud and kept us up during the night. The bed size in the skybox was too small for us! The elevators could sometimes take forever

4.5
Sarah

20 May 2025

Loved it. Would stay again and suggest to others

A small but beautiful room, super clean! I checked in very early with no issue at all, the reception staff were lovely, everyone made an effort to say hello whenever you saw them. Lovely soap, a brilliant mini bar selection and the hotel bar was great: highly recommended.

The only thing was storage in the room- it unusual in prime NY space; If you are there for a long period of time it might be annoying to have limited space to unpack and store cases.

5.0
Diane

18 May 2025

Our second stay and did not disappoint.wonderfully comfortable stay in a sylish beautiful hotel

Stylish beautiful clean comfortable with great staff

Nothing really

5.0
Robert

15 May 2025

Rooftop & rooms are worth every penny!

Service was excellent - room was ready early, housekeeping came everyday, & the hotel bar was fantastic as a nightcap.

4.5
Mary

9 May 2025

Great location in real NYC

Location and staff

5.0
Chloe

9 May 2025

Exceptional experience

The decor was beautiful, the staff were very friendly and accomodating, the facilities were amazing

This is probably a me issue but there was no shower door, only a half screen, therefore it was quite cold when showering due to a draft.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Pet bowls

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service

Activities

  • - Fitness centre
  • - Fitness

Outdoors

  • - Garden
  • - Terrace
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

Entertainment and family services

  • - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Parking

  • - Parking garage

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible

Miscellaneous

  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
  • - Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • - Face masks for guests available
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